Fantastic Gifts for Your Thanksgiving Host

These adorable little cocottes make for a welcome addition to even the best-stocked kitchens.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, $100

You can’t go wrong with a cake stand—especially when it’s made of Waterford crystal. Pull out all the stops by baking a cake to go with it.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $235

Break the tradition of bringing wine by gifting your host with a board game instead. Trivial Pursuit is a fun way to distract guests from the discomfort of their food comas.

To buy: amazon.com, from $30

Help get your host into the holiday spirit with this dainty little candle that’s reminiscent of a warm fire.

To buy: net-a-porter.com, $65

This unique gift will assuredly put a smile on any foodies face. Crush herbs, dips, and salsas in this mortar made of Himalayan crystal salt to amplify the flavor.

To buy: uncommongoods.com, $36

Help your host unwind once all the guests have left by giving them a relaxing bath oil. We love this scent and infusion of stress-relieving salts from the Dead Sea by Molton Brown.

To buy: moltonbrown.com, $30

Whether your host decides to put these out for dessert or keep them for themselves, this assortment of Kusmi’s exclusive blends is a foolproof gift.

To buy: kusmitea.com, $65

Assuming your host is going to be pretty wiped out from all the planning, cooking, running around, and shopping that go hand-in-hand with entertaining, an in-home gift certificate for a massage is an excellent, thoughtful way to say thank you.

To buy: zeel.com, prices vary

For the person who has everything, consider this gorgeous little faux-shagreen match striker by Aerin.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $330

This red wine stain remover from “Chateau Spill” is practical with a side of humor.

To buy: uncommongoods.com, $8

Another useful gift for host who loves to entertain, this decorative tureen is inspired by 17th century Portuguese design and comes with a matching platter and ladle.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $485

This lovely sugar and creamer set is both pretty and practical—especially if your host entertains often.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, $260

The ultimate host gift can double, in a pinch, as a backup comestible. Giving a sparkling wine, for example, ensures there's a bottle left by the time the dessert course rolls around. Select something delicate, not overwhelmingly sweet, or opt for a good, dry Riesling.

To buy: wine.com, $15.99

Well-made, good-looking measuring spoons (such as these pewter ones engraved with flowers) always come in handy. And may even encourage your host to tackle the Thanksgiving feast next year.

To buy: beehivehandmade.com, $58

Wrapped cheese and honey make a cute duo, regardless of whether or not the host serves them together. We love this Catskill Provisions honey, which goes nicely with a creamy goat cheese.

To buy: mouth.com, from $6

Like a dessert wine, a box of chocolates can double as a Thanksgiving treat or a gift for your host to enjoy after the last guest has left. Whether you go with adorable (such as John & Kira’s tiny “bees”) or elegant (crème brûlée truffles from Kee’s) confections, it’s the rare host that won’t appreciate the sweet gesture.

To buy: amazon.com, $29.95

If money isn’t an object (and one of your hosts is a fan of red wine), splurge on a good bottle of Barolo. A primer on the wine is here, and the owner of the best wine shop near you can guide you to a vintage bottle between $50 and $100.

To buy: wine.com, $54.99

These Italian marasca cherries are as gorgeous as they are delicious. Pair them with a pint of vanilla ice cream for your host to spoon them over later (or, if you're lucky, while you're still around).

To buy: amazon.com, $24.99

‘Tis the season for cider everything, including donuts, cobbler, and—of course—hard apple cider. If you haven’t tried any of the newest incarnations of this autumnal beverage, you’re missing out. (We’re particularly partial to the fizzy French variety.)

To buy: ludwigsfinewine.com, $11.95

Whoever just brined and roasted that turkey isn’t going to want to cook much the following morning, so make it easy. Homemade or store-bought pancake mix, plus some killer maple syrup. We like this bourbon-barrel-matured rendition from Noble Handcrafted.

To buy: mouth.com, $5.50

Pick up an old-school paper gift certificate to your host's favorite local pizzeria or Thai restaurant—or buy a gift card on Seamless. He or she will definitely be giving thanks when they don't have to cook the day after Thanksgiving.

To buy: seamless.com, from $10